Indian Wells Hotels

Indian Wells, California

From lavish spas to championship sports facilities, Indian Wells in California is a hot spot for both relaxation and recreation. Stunningly set in a lush valley at the foothills of the Santa Rosa Mountains, this desert oasis has a vibrant cultural scene and is home to an array of luxury hotels and resorts.

Tennis and Golf

Indian Wells hosts The BNP Paribas Open – one of the world’s largest and most prestigious tennis tournaments. The major event takes place at the state-of-the-art Indian Wells Tennis Garden. This full-service club is the second largest tennis stadium in the world and is used by professional and amateur players alike. This city is also home to many golf clubs, including the Indian Wells Golf Resort where two 18-hole championship courses can be found. This is rated as one of the best golfing destinations in southern California. For further sporting action, there is the option to watch an exhilarating game of polo at Eldorado Polo Club.

Sightseeing and Activities

Besides the sporting sights, Indian Wells is well equipped to keep the adults and the youngsters of the family entertained. Desert animals, plants and birds can be seen at The Living Desert – a not-for-profit zoo allowing visitors to take a journey through the deserts of the world. There are also a variety of themed gardens, aviaries, an eagles’ canyon, a gift shop and a carousel. The Children’s Discovery Museum of the Desert provides a variety of fun and educational interactive exhibits designed to stimulate the imagination, while collections of modern, contemporary and traditional American art can be appreciated at the Palm Springs Art Museum.

Indian Wells’ Desert Town Hall has built up a solid reputation for attracting famous faces from across the world to give lectures to the public. This is a great opportunity to gain inspiration from a well-known figure. To see a show or concert, take a look at what is on at the Indian Wells Theater. For delving into the interesting local heritage, the Cabot’s Pueblo Museum is a must. Visitors get to journey through the life of Cabot Yerxa, one of the city’s first settlers, by exploring 35 rooms of a Hopi-inspired pueblo building he made by hand using natural materials. The rooms are filled with various artefacts ranging from Native American pottery and arrowheads to early 20th Century photographs capturing Cabot’s life and travels along with some of his artwork.

Dining and Shopping

More than 300 shops, clothing boutiques, art galleries and restaurants can be found at the El Paseo Shopping District that is known as the Rodeo Drive of the desert. Upscale brands are on offer at the Westfield Palm Desert Shopping Center, while retail therapy and dining can be indulged in amid historic architecture at Old Town La Quinta.

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